About East West Institute of Technology
East West Institute of Technology is in Anjananagar, West Bangalore — near Rajajinagar and the Magadi Road corridor. Established in 1995 and VTU-affiliated with NAAC B+ accreditation, EWIT serves students from West and Central Bangalore who prefer a local engineering seat without the long commute to East or North Bangalore college clusters.
Quick Facts
| Founded | 1995 |
|---|---|
| Location | Anjananagar, West Bangalore (near Rajajinagar) |
| Affiliation | VTU (non-autonomous) |
| Approval | AICTE |
| Accreditation | NAAC B+ |
| Total Seats | ~300 (B.E.) + M.Tech programmes |
| Website | ewit.edu |
Branches and KCET Cutoffs (B.E.)
| Branch | Approx. KCET 2023 Closing Rank (GM) |
|---|---|
| Computer Science & Engineering | 22,000 – 40,000 |
| Information Science & Engineering | 23,000 – 41,000 |
| Electronics & Communication | 27,000 – 46,000 |
| Electrical & Electronics | 29,000 – 49,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 31,000 – 52,000 |
| Civil Engineering | 34,000 – 55,000 |
Approximate figures based on KEA 2023 allotment data. Verify at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
Admission Process
Karnataka domicile students apply through KCET. Standard PCM eligibility: 45% in Class 12 (40% for SC/ST). EWIT's cutoffs cover the 22,000 – 42,000 GM range — accessible for students targeting West Bangalore.
Fee Structure
| Category | Annual Tuition (Approx) |
|---|---|
| KCET / Government Quota | Rs. 1 lakh – 1.5 lakh per year |
| Management Quota | Rs. 1.8 lakh – 3 lakh per year |
Placements
IT service companies recruit from campus. The Anjananagar / Rajajinagar location in West Bangalore has BMTC connectivity and Purple Line Metro access at nearby Rajajinagar station. TCS, Infosys, and Wipro visit for CSE and ISE hiring.
Who Should Apply
EWIT is a practical option for students in the 22,000 – 42,000 GM range from West Bangalore — Rajajinagar, Vijayanagar, Magadi Road, or Tumkur Road areas — who want a local engineering seat without a long cross-city commute.
Who Should Look Elsewhere
NAAC B+ and non-autonomous status limit EWIT's academic standing. Dr AIT (government-aided autonomous, NAAC A, Nagarbhavi) is in the same West Bangalore belt with significantly stronger credentials at tighter KCET cutoffs. If your rank reaches Dr AIT on government quota, that's clearly the stronger choice in this part of Bangalore.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is EWIT autonomous under VTU?
No. EWIT is VTU-affiliated but not autonomous — it follows VTU's standard syllabus.
What KCET rank is needed for CSE at EWIT?
CSE has closed in the 22,000 – 40,000 GM range. Verify at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
How connected is Anjananagar?
Anjananagar is in West Bangalore near Rajajinagar — one of the city's older residential areas. Rajajinagar Metro station (Purple Line) provides direct connectivity to the rest of the city. BMTC coverage is extensive. The area is well-established with affordable PG accommodation options.